San Quirico Brewery: The Artisanal Excellence of the Val d’Orcia
In the picturesque landscape of the Val d’Orcia, in San Quirico d'Orcia, stands the San Quirico Brewery, a true gem of Italian brewing art founded in 2008. Housed in an ancient medieval building along the historic Via Francigena, the brewery perfectly embodies the meeting of centuries-old tradition and modern innovation, offering superior quality craft beers made with strictly local ingredients.
A Deep Connection with the Territory
The main characteristic of the beers produced by San Quirico Brewery lies in the exclusive use of local raw materials, selected with great care:
- Organic barley grown by small farmers of the Val d’Orcia, respecting sustainable and natural practices.
- Pure mineral water sourced from Vivo d’Orcia, at the foot of Mount Amiata, which gives the beers a perfect balance of flavors.
Each beer is top-fermented, unfiltered, and unpasteurized, free from preservatives and chemical additives: a choice that guarantees an authentic, genuine product full of character.
The Featured Beers
Among the brewery’s catalog, some emblematic products stand out, telling stories linked to the territory and typical Tuscan flavors:
- Iris: a blond ale with floral and fruity notes, light and fresh.
- Catharina: an English pale ale inspired by the famous Panforte of Siena, with sweet and spicy hints.
- Giulitta: a smooth and full-bodied English ale, with aromas of toasted cereals and dried fruit.
- Arthemisia: a double malt white IPA flavored with Artemisia cretacea, a native plant of the Val d’Orcia, which imparts a unique taste and a pleasant slightly bitter aftertaste.
These creations express the territory and artisanal passion, capable of surprising even the most demanding palates.
Authentic Experiences for Enthusiasts
For those wishing to immerse themselves in the world of craft beer, San Quirico Brewery offers free guided tours of the production facility. Here it is possible to discover every stage of the brewing process, accompanied by the master brewers who share the secrets and curiosities behind each recipe.
At the end of the visit, a free tasting is offered at the brewery’s historic venue, an opportunity to directly savor the various beers and learn about their stories, closely intertwined with that of the Val d’Orcia.
San Quirico Brewery is not just a production site, but a true point of reference for those who love Italian craft beer and want to experience something that enhances the roots, culture, and soul of this extraordinary land. Every bottle tells a story made of passion, respect for the environment, and dedication to the craft.
